you and/or your loved ones. With a gift of cash, stock, or other assets, you get the satisfaction of making a significant gift to Ball State plus many other benefits including:

fixed, lifetime payments that are partially tax free

attractive payment rates

payments, to you and/or a loved one, now or in the future

an immediate income tax deduction

avoidance of capital gains tax

reduction of estate and gift taxes

How It Works

You make a minimum gift of cash, securities, or other appreciated property. Backed by the full assets of the foundation, a gift annuity is created with a simple contract. This type of gift provides immediate fixed payments for life for one or two persons at a recommended rate based on your age.